About 150 kms. from Hyderabad lies the ancient city of Warangal. Noted today for its beautiful lakes, magnificent temples and wildlife, Warangal was once the capital of the legendary Kakatiya kingdom. It in fact, found mention in the travel diaries of Marco Polo. The marvellous thousand pillared temple built by king Rudra Deva in the 12th century, is located here.
Thousand Pillar Temple
The famous thousand pillar temple, built in 1163
AD, by king Rudra Deva is an important monument
situated near the Hanamkonda-Warangal highway.
One thousand richly carved pillars and a magnificent
black basalt Nandi are unique to this temple which is
dediated to Lord Shiva, Vishnu and Surya.
Ramappa Temple
This breathtakingly beautiful temple has been rightfully
described as the "brightest star in the galaxy of mediaeval
temples in the Deccan". Rich, intricate carvings adorn the
walls, pillars and ceilings of this marvellous edifice. It is
located about 64 km from Warangal, at Palampet.
Warangal Fort
This fort was built during the 13th century by the Kakatiya
king Ganapati Deva and his daughter Rudramma. Some of
the remains that stand tall here to this day, include four huge stone gateways and several exquisite
pieces of sculpture.
Access
Air : The nearest airport is at Hyderabad (157 km).
Rail : Warangal has a rail head. It is well connected to important cities of India.
Bus : State bus service from Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Karimnagar, Khammam and some other
districts.
Accomodation
AP Tourism hotels, Private luxury and economy hotels.
Local Transport
City buses, Taxis, Autorickshaws, Cyclerickshaws.
